Alameda July Parade R.A.C.E.
About this race
Come out for our July 4th tradition and run this flat and fast point to point 5k thru the closed streets of Alameda. We will be starting again at 8:30am to provide ample space between our runners and the Parade that follows.
General Overview:
The 5K run (3.1 mile) and walk takes you through beautiful Alameda winding thru business and residential streets. This run benefits the Midway Shelter of Alameda.
Packet Pick-up:
- 7/1 thru 7/3: Laurens Closet. 1420 Park St, Alameda. Hours 10:00am - 5:00pm
- 7/4 Race morning registration opens at 7:30am 1440 Park St, Alameda ~ La Pena corner of Santa Clara (New Location)
Race Day Details:
- Start: 1420 Park St. Alameda, ca. 94501
- Packet Pick-up : 7:30am
- Race Start : 8:30am
- Finish: 1526 Webster St, Alameda, CA 94501 (across from Tapout Fitness)
We will have shuttle service in 2026 to get runners back to the start. We have made strides towards this for a couple years and we finally have it lined up for this year.
If you are traveling via Bart or public transportation please review the schedules below to get you to the race start, and picked up from the race finish.
- Bart Website: https://www.bart.gov/
- AC Transit Site: https://www.actransit.org/
Join fellow runners on July 4, 2027 for the Alameda July Parade R.A.C.E.. It's a fantastic 5K featuring a flat and fast course in Alameda.
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5K Run/Walk
Beautiful point to point with scenic views and cheering participants.
Weather Overview
These values represent the 8-year monthly averages for July in Alameda.
About Alameda
Alameda July Parade R.A.C.E. takes place in Alameda, California, United States. The local timezone is America/Los_Angeles.
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